Food export regulations and licences
February 10, 2015
Export activities in Indonesia can be carried out by individuals, institutions and business entities. Export goods are classified as free export goods, which are goods that have no restrictions or prohibitions on …
Franchising rules and regulations
December 19, 2014
With a population of over 250 million, Indonesia is an attractive country for investors, particularly those interested in the distribution, retail and franchise sectors. …
Energy & Natural Resources
November 28, 2014
Dr Mohamed Idwan (‘Kiki’) Ganie, Managing Partner of Lubis Ganie Surowidjojo, explains the impact of a new law on mineral and coal mining in Indonesia and the refining conditions which must be met in order to export metals and Ruchdi Maalouf, a qualified lawyer who specialises in oil and gas decided to move from legal practice to a purely commercial role with Yamal LNG in Moscow. Here, he tracks his career trajectory and outlines how the natural progression of a commercial career can turn a commercial lawyer into a commercial manager.
Indonesia Employment Law: Quarterly Review
November 26, 2014
Update for the 4th quarter of 2014 including: Increased Protection for Outsourced Workers; New Rules on Hiring Expatriates; and Regulations for those Employed in Oil and Natural Gas Business Activities…
New Indonesian Geothermal Energy Law
November 19, 2014
Indonesia is one of the world’s most volcanically active countries and among the countries with the greatest geothermal energy potential. Dwindling production of traditional energy …
Foreign investment in Indonesian real estate
October 14, 2014
Indonesia’s Agrarian Law provides that foreigners can only acquire right to use (hak pakai) title for land if they reside in Indonesia. If foreign investors wish to engage in …
Employment Law: Hiring expats, holidays and more
September 15, 2014
The Indonesian Government has issued a Regulation on the employment of foreign workers and the implementation of education and training programs for Indonesian companion employees. Presidential …
New Negative List Introduces Changes to Health Investment in Indonesia
July 28, 2014
The Indonesian Government has released a new list of business fields that are closed to investment and business fields that are conditionally open to investment …
Indonesian-language label requirements
July 25, 2014
The Minister of Trade has updated Regulation No. 67/M-DAG/PER/11/2013 regarding the Obligation to Affix Indonesian-Language Labels on Goods with the issuance of Minister of Trade Regulation No. 10/M-DAG/PER/1/2014 …
Corporate liability for corruption
July 2, 2014
Anti-corruption compliance is rightly a focus of companies operating in Indonesia. One of the more interesting questions for such companies, particularly foreign investment companies, is whether the company …
Indonesia’s New Negative Investment List
July 2, 2014
The Indonesian Government has issued a New Negative List that determines which business fields are open, fully or partially with conditions, to investment, including foreign investment. The New Negative List, issued …
New Trade Law and its effect on business
April 25, 2014
Indonesia’s House of Representatives (Dewan Perwakilan Rakyat or DPR) recently passed into law a long-awaited trade bill. The new Trade Law will act as an underlying regulation for other trade-related …
Processing minerals for export now mandatory
March 3, 2014
After a long and contentious discussion involving many interested parties, the Government of Indonesia issued a regulation that bans the …
Indonesia’s Language Law and business agreements
January 16, 2014
In a landmark decision on June 20th, 2013, the West Jakarta District Court annulled a Loan Agreement because it was executed in English …
Indonesian Court Annuls Loan Agreement on Language Law: What Does It Mean for Your Agreements?
January 7, 2014
In a landmark decision on June 20, 2013, the West Jakarta District Court annulled a Loan Agreement entered into between a local borrower and an offshore lender because it was executed in English only …
Keeping up with shifting foreign investment rules
November 27, 2013
Less than six months after issuing new investment guidelines and procedures, Indonesia’s Capital Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM) has …
New divestment rules for mining companies
October 24, 2013
On September 13th, 2013, the Minister of Energy and Mineral Resources (MEMR) issued MEMR Regulation No. 27 of 2013 regarding …
New import rules for cell phones in Indonesia
September 16, 2013
Indonesia’s Minister of Trade has issued a new regulation that specifically governs the importation of, among other items, cellular telephones …
BKPM introduces new investment rules in Indonesia
September 6, 2013
Indonesia’s Capital Investment Coordinating Board (BKPM) has issued BKPM Regulation No. 5 of 2013 regarding Guidelines and Procedures …
New rules for Indonesia’s banking industry
July 29, 2013
Bank Indonesia, the central bank, has issued a flurry of recent regulations aimed at strengthening the country’s banking system and …
A brief look at Suspension of Debt Payment Obligations
July 10, 2013
As part of its groundbreaking restructuring, Indonesian shipping company PT Arpeni Pratama Ocean Line Tbk in early 2012 completed …
What’s in store for Indonesia’s franchise sector?
July 10, 2013
Indonesia’s franchise sector has experienced rapid growth in the past decade, riding the wave of the country’s economic expansion and …
Cross-Border M&A
July 8, 2013
Last year’s strong M&A activity in Asia has continued in the first half of 2011. In our Special Report, senior lawyers practising in the field share their insights into the factors driving activity, from Asia’s thirst for overseas acquisitions to foreign companies trying to gain a foothold in emerging markets. Find out why Japan’s March 11 earthquake and tsunami could stimulate outbound investment, and how the UAE’s distinct business culture can present challenges for the unwary investor. Features articles contributed by Hogan Lovells, K&L Gates, Melli Darsa & Co, Phoenix Legal, Tilleke & Gibbins, DFDL Mekong and Indochine Counsel.
Employment Special Report
July 8, 2013
Organisations in Asia, as with elsewhere in the world, cannot function effectively without a well-organised and responsive workforce. Labour disturbances can, therefore, quickly throw a company’s operations into turmoil. In our Special Report on Employment this month, we hear why it is imperative for organisations to prepare for potential employment disputes at the earliest possible moment, and how companies in China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan and Thailand can keep their internal engines running smoothly.
Cross-Border M&A
July 8, 2013
Last year’s strong M&A activity in Asia has continued in the first half of 2011. In our Special Report, senior lawyers practising in the field share their insights into the factors driving activity, from Asia’s thirst for overseas acquisitions to foreign companies trying to gain a foothold in emerging markets. Find out why Japan’s March 11 earthquake and tsunami could stimulate outbound investment, and how the UAE’s distinct business culture can present challenges for the unwary investor. Features articles contributed by Hogan Lovells, K&L Gates, Melli Darsa & Co, Phoenix Legal, Tilleke & Gibbins, DFDL Mekong and Indochine Counsel.
M&A Special Report
July 8, 2013
Our Special Report on M&A takes a look at which jurisdictions are leading the pack in deal-making activity in 2010. We also hear from leading firms as to the status quo of M&A laws and regulations in India, Indonesia, Malaysia and Vietnam – find out which countries are making a push to encourage foreign investment through development of their legal frameworks, and which still have a long way to go.
Energy & Natural Resources
July 8, 2013
In this month’s edition of ASIAN-MENA COUNSEL, we bring you an in-depth Special Report on Energy & Natural Resources. Phoenix Legal enlighten us on the steps taken by the Indian government to tap its oil and gas reserves and they also shed light on how foreign investment is changing the country’s landscape. K&L Gates explain how the growing appetite of Asian investors for Russia’s oil and gas has led to a heightened interest in the Eastern Siberian region. Also look out for our latest In-House Insight and a new column featuring a Q&A with Managing Partner David Tang from K&L Gates.
Energy And Natural Resources Special Report
July 8, 2013
Asia’s economic growth has relied heavily on power generated from fossil fuels. But environmental concerns, political volatility in oil producing nations and finite resources mean the race is on to find alternative ways of meeting huge energy demand. In our Special Report on Energy and Natural Resources find out how the region is increasingly investing in overseas power projects and technologies as it strives to diversify its energy mix. Meanwhile, senior industry lawyers tell us how high-profile offshore energy disasters have shaped insurance legislation and how Indonesia plans to exploit its geothermal resources to generate electricity.
Dispute Resolution
July 8, 2013
Our latest Disputes Special Report features contributions from K&L Gates, King & Wood Mallesons, the Hong Kong Arbitration Centre, Lee International and the Singapore International Arbitration Centre, – from funding to resolution, bringing the pieces together.
Recent changes to Public Private Partnership law in Indonesia
July 8, 2013
Chris Naziris of MKK Law Indonesia examines Public Private Partnerships as an alternative means by which development of infrastructure can be managed and promoted. Recent changes to the legislation in Indonesia include financial incentives designed to boost participation in the scheme.